Rules
Eligibility: Open to students: 13-18 years old
Participants must be residents of Cape Girardeau County
Only one entry per participant is allowed.
Essay Guidelines: Essay must be original, unpublished, and written solely by the participant.
Word count: Minimum of 250 and Maximum 500 words.
Topic: Essays should reflect the significance of Juneteenth, its historical impact, and its relevance today. Perspectives of freedom and equality.
Essays must be written in English and formatted as follows:
Typed, double-spaced
12 Point font (Times New Roman or Arial)
1-inch margins
Submission Rules: Submissions should include a cover page with:
Participant’s name, Age, Grade level and Contact information email and phone number.
Entries must be submitted by May 31, 2025,
Via Email: bnewbern@visitcape.com;
In person drop off: Cape Convention and Visitors Office at the Osage Center
or Mail: Visit Cape,1625 N Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
Late or incomplete submissions will not be considered.
